TIFFANY T | THAT NEW YORK SPARKLE

There are few looks that are more iconic than those styled with statement jewelry fromTiffany & Co. For big-time style bloggers Kiara Schwartz of Tobruck Avenue and Lisa Dengler of Just Another Fashion Blog, the new Tiffany T is an absolute essential for New York Fashion Week. Join us as we sit down with the girls to review the latest trends, catch up, and share stories from a whirlwind of a week with one another!

The Tiffany T Square Bracelet is ideal for a girl like Lisa, making a bold statement about her confidence, intelligence and drive during Fashion Week.

“Standing out amongst the crowd of the most stylish personalities in the world all in one spot can be a challenging task when it comes to New York Fashion Week. So my main goal this season is to stay true to my personal style while adding the edge of New York’s energy – the new Tiffany T is the perfect addition of jewelry I need to elevate my looks this fall.” – Kiara

There was no shortage of stacking going on in the New York street style scene. Since the styles for the New York shows tend to be clean, dark and sleek, jewelry is an absolute must when it comes to doing up a look – the design for Tiffany T helps to amplify a look in just that way, while still maintaining its original integrity.

“Mixing and matching the Tiffany T wire bracelet and chain bracelet are the perfect way to play with different metals and styles, and a good ring party can not be avoided when it comes to styling my looks. The more rings the better or my hands feel somewhat bare and not ready to hit the streets. I’m in love with these simple yet sleek Tiffany T rings.”

Some of the major trends seen in the New York street style scene were menswear-inspired women’s wear, minimalist silhouettes, dark or muted colors and easy, flowing fabrics in silk, cashmere and cotton – the ideal canvas for styling with Tiffany T.

Beyond that, we also love how versatile the collection is, and how easily it can translate from one particular kind of style (or season) into another. Just take a look at the gallery above for an exploration of different styles by Kiara and Lisa. 

“One of the things I love most about New York Fashion Week is how all of the dear blogger friends and peers that inspire me daily are all in one place. Each style is a reflection of who we are and reminds us of why we are in this business – to express our souls through fashion. It’s wonderful how this collection is so customizable to each of our unique personalities.”

We couldn’t agree more. The strong, powerful and undeniably chic design of Tiffany T is about as inspiring as the designs, street style and people we encounter during Fashion Week itself. Until February 2015, we’ll miss you dearly, New York, New York!

SPACES | TONI & GUY STUDIOS DIY HAIR TUTORIAL

After an amazing collaboration with TONI&GUY for our New York Fashion Week party, we decided to link up with them again a few months later for a behind the scenes look into their Marina Del Rey studios and adjacent secret salon. Clean, modern, with pops of color on a black and white backdrop, the 2-story Southern California office (Venice Beach is only a 10-minute bike ride away) reflects a similar décor philosophy as the international salons themselves. TONI&GUY’s core USA team made us feel at home by giving us an all-inclusive tour, as well as a taste of their creative process, before hitting local favorite Café Gratitude for an über healthy afternoon lunch. 

The TONI&GUY brand was founded over forty years ago by the Mascolo family. The brothers (Toni, Guy, Bruno and Anthony) adopted techniques to control highly textured hair from their father’s Italian salon practice and then proceeded to introduce England’s influence of precision cutting once in London. The process of Italian finishing, coupled with the ability to personalize hairstyles with precision cuts, is what continues to define the salon’s signature style of today. Since then, the company has evolved to include salon locations all over the world, multiple educational offerings, a hair product line (makers of the popular Bedhead and Catwalk brands) and an archive of some pretty awesome DIY hair tutorial videos

Check out the photos below for shots of the company’s offices, its stylish team members and a TONI&GUY exclusive braided hair tutorial – specially made for those attending Glastonbury, Bestival or any one of the many exciting UK festivals taking place this season! 

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Miniature replica of a standard TONI&GUY salon.

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Even in the USA, the company doesn’t forget to pay homage to its British roots.

The ever-chic Lisa Knox takes helps head up TONI&GUY's brand marketing. Here, she wears a beautiful boutique find from her past travels.

Collaging inspiration from beyond time and space – a fun part of the job.

Some of the staffmembers’ favorite reads.

New York transplant Caroline Mascolo heads up the Marketing department and masters the styling of basic neutrals with a fur vest and sweet studded sandals.

Joseph Marzioli, Director of TONI&GUY’s National Advanced Education, sports chambray, dark denim and leather oxfords for an edgy Americana look.

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It’s apparent that Zak Mascolo, Creative Director of the Americas and scion of the original founders, inherited some major style genes. We found him wearing a crisp white shirt with an optical illusion grid-inspired pattern, paired with cuffed jeans, accented with a skinny tie and dark burgundy suede shoes.

 

Some of our favorite pieces from the styling closet, featuring couture beading, sequins, glittering metallics and luxe-furs.

Fashion treasures from inside one of TONI&GUY’s closets!

Photos courtesy of Stacey Nguyen of Trendy Outings.